DB6 Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 if you are lucky....lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locost7018 Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 That was funny. I don't think they have the top bows put up properly though. The cloth looks rather slack. Mine is easier for me but I'm a lot shorter than those blokes. Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHKflyer52 Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 That was funny. I don't think they have the top bows put up properly though. The cloth looks rather slack. Mine is easier for me but I'm a lot shorter than those blokes. Russ I have to agree but my top is the easiest I think.....here is a photo of it. http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/2055086201_DSCN1819.JPG http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/1728754558_DSCN1820.JPG Only problem is it only covers one side and dose not work to well in the rain :rofl: :rofl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locost7018 Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Either your top is on the wrong side of your steering wheel is. Teehee. Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slomove Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I did not like the crawling experience with the soft top and came up with this "convertible" top that can be closed while in the driver's seat. http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/394348055_Rolling.jpg But maybe I am a just too lazy; on USA2005 Dick Brink (from Texasmotorworks) had not only the top on all the time but also a side-impact bar. He must be some kind of contortionist. http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/1545133123_DickBrink.jpg Gert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taber10 Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 The you tube video shows the obviously more experienced second guy supporting himself with a hand on the rear wing. I have avoided that, thinking that the fiberglass would not be as strong as the car body itself. Does anyone know if there is a problem putting pressure on the rear wing? Advice would be appreciated. Taber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyI Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 At 6'2" and 235lbs.. ish, I don't put weight on any thing not supported by steel I hate the sound of f/glss stressing. Although I probably could and not worry Cheers Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi7ot Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 The you tube video shows the obviously more experienced second guy supporting himself with a hand on the rear wing. I have avoided that, thinking that the fiberglass would not be as strong as the car body itself. Does anyone know if there is a problem putting pressure on the rear wing? Advice would be appreciated. Taber You are wise to avoid using the rear mudguards for weight support. On the Birkin,The flexing of the fiberglass will quickly cause "crazing". You can tell as you'll see fine cracks in the paint finish from the flexing of the fiberglass under the inflexible paint. Without abuse, Eventually, after about 8 years or so, the flapping/vibration of the mudguards is going to cause crazing, but not fractures around the mounting bolts. The guy is not that experienced. Either he's just gotten the car, or he has not noticed the damage yet. My car has an Ultrashield 14" drivers seat. I'm 6' 176lb with bad back. I duck under the hood and rest my Right hand on the passenger side curved arch by the top of the passenger's seat. Then I plant my Right foot in the driver's footwell and then my Left hand is on the left torso bolster of the driver's seat for extra support while I insert my Left leg into the footwell. By this point I think my chuff is hitting the top. Because I cannot lower myself directly down into the narrow seat, I somehow keep my self close to the steering wheel, then lower my arse and scoot backwards :jester: If anyone is watching, I attempt to charge them $5 for entertainment. :yesnod: m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsimon Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 Always load the victim (passenger) first. Stuff left leg down the well. Bend in half at the waist. Stuff bum as far as you can into the gap between the seats atop the tunnel. Passenger may have to twist outward and lift right arm to make room for your bum. (be nice!) Left hand on tunnel, right on sill. Lift right leg off ground and into car. Relax, you're in! .......... Recall leaving keys in trouser pocket. Repeat proceedure as necessary. (swap left for right if you have unconventional steering.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Step one: Remove top... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi7ot Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Step 2. Unbolt front windshield... m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pksurveyor Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Step 3 - walk away from the all you can eat buffet line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevet Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Unofficial Caterham approved method - at least the one they demo at the factory if you're brave enough to ask... 1. right leg down onto footwell (easier with removable wheel, but doable) 2. duck your head and body in and lean all the way into the passenger side. 3. bring in left leg. 4. move back to drivers seat threading left leg down as you go. At least that's how I remember it - still without a seven :cry: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitcat Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Stevet: I haven't seen the Caterham video but that's how I do it. Sort of a human jacknife. I dont touch the rear fender, except maybe a little for balance. Bringing in the trailing left leg can involve yanking it in w/both hands. Hardly graceful (Does that make it disgraceful?). It's not unusual for my trailing leg/foot to knock the sidescreen off too, adding another level of hilarity for onlookers. I have never gotten in w/a passenger in place. For unknown reasons, no one has ever wanted to ride with me in the rain/cold. Mikem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slngsht Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 In case someone is wondering where their post went... time to dust off the rules again - new one just added http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/Default.aspx?g=posts&t=2173 :leaving: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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